Author: Kyle Peppers

HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Community Bank has opened a new location in Henderson. Residents joined staff on January 13 for the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony. In attendance was CEO Phillip Renfroe,…

HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- According to the Henderson County Sheriff's Department, Henderson County Schools will be closed on Friday, January 21. The Central Office will be closed as well. The closure is due to "staff and student absenteeism caused by…

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) is now available to workers in 12 Tennessee counties affected by December's tornadoes. Those counties include six in West Tennessee: Gibson, Henderson, Henry, Lake, Obion, and Weakley. This comes after FEMA approved a…

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A donation is being awarded to Ayers Children's Medical Center in Jackson after winning a statewide competition. The center will receive $37,100 from Delta Dental of Tennessee for receiving the highest number of votes in the company's…

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Leaders Credit Union will present the fifth year of Black Tie & Boxing at the Carl Perkins Civic Center in downtown Jackson. The event combines a black-tie dinner with a series of…

MCNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- A McNairy County lawyer has been censured after sending inappropriate text messages to a client. A news release states Brian Jackson Petty was representing an indigent client regarding a dependent and neglect matter in Juvenile Court.…

JACKSON, Tenn. -- United Way of West Tennessee will present a town hall meeting regarding childcare and early education in Madison County. Parents, educators, and other officials who provide care or services to young children, particularly those 8-years-old or younger,…

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson State Community College is announcing the return of a real estate course to their campus. According to a news release, an affiliate broker class will be held on the JSCC campus by The Blues City Real…

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The first hospice home in the Jackson community is a step closer to fruition. Pictured from L to R: Frank McMeen – President of The West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation, Dr. Fielding Randolph, Dr.…

CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- One county is inviting its residents to leave a permanent mark on history. In celebration of Carroll County turning 200, their bicentennial committee is launching a contest to develop a county seal. According to a news…

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Rotary Club is preparing to name Jackson's 67th Annual Woman of the Year. Formerly presented by the Altrusa Club of Jackson, the award has been a local tradition for more than six decades. It honors…

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A new candidate is announcing his campaign for Madison County Sheriff. Roger Wood says he will run in the the Republican primary on May 3, 2022. With over 30…

JACKSON, Tenn. -- McKellar-Sipes Regional Airport is considering new proposals from multiple airlines and an airport bus service. This comes after the airport's request that Boutique Air withdraw from the Jackson market following numerous complaints. Proposals from interested air carriers…

GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- After opting out of Mobile Patrol, Gibson County Sheriff Paul Thomas announced the sheriff's office will once again participate. To recognize the return of the community information app to Gibson County, residents can participate in a…

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Lights Up! Theatre Company is starting off 2022 with new shows and opportunities for aspiring young actors. The local student-led program is opening auditions for their March production of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory." Based on the…

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Things may get a little "freaky" this January in Jackson. Disney's "Freaky Friday" is coming to The Ned, presented by the Jackson Christian Theatre. Inspired by the hit film,…

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Animal Care Center (JACC) is now a State Certified Animal Control Agency. The certification was granted by the State of Tennessee Department of Health this month after the center worked to meet the necessary requirements.…

Three local law enforcement agencies have announced via Facebook they will offer free rides to inebriated residents on New Year's Eve. If you have too much to drink while out celebrating the holiday, residents of the following areas are encouraged…

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Chipping of the Greens, a city-wide Christmas tree recycling initiative, is returning this season courtesy of City of Jackson and Keep Jackson Beautiful. "The annual Chipping of the Greens…

TRENTON, Tenn. -- A new face will be serving the people of the 28th Judicial District as Assistant District Attorney in the Child Support Division. According to DA General Frederick…

JACKSON, Tenn. -- United Way of West Tennessee announced they will offer virtual agency training sessions in January for local nonprofits interested in becoming a United Way partner agency. "These agency training sessions are a great opportunity for area nonprofits…

DRESDEN, Tenn. -- This Thursday, one West Tennessee community will be treated to an early Christmas. The Dresden Elks Lodge will host "Christmas Strong: Santa Brings Christmas Back to Dresden." Between 1…

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local ninth-grader is celebrating the most successful year of a community project she helped start in 2018. Jackson Christian freshman Ava Jerman was in the sixth grade when she noticed a need among fellow students. "I…

OBION COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Obion County Fair is ensuring all Obion County citizens affected by last weekend's severe weather have access to storm assistance. The fair office has set up a relief fund at Union City's Security Bank and…

JACKSON, Tenn. -- West Jackson Baptist Church is offering a new way to celebrate the holidays in the community with "The Christmas Village at West Jackson." The Christmas Village is a…

JACKSON, Tenn. -- "Quarter Ride Days" are returning to the Jackson Transit Authority this holiday season. JTA will offer their annual 25 cent days on December 23 and 24. According to a release, all rides will be 25 cents on…

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Anyone 16 and up can now get a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department. The health department says 16 and 17-year-olds are now eligible for a Pfizer booster dose six…

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The U.S. Department of Transportation is asking for public comment from anyone who received unsatisfactory service from Boutique Air, including those who have not received refunds from canceled flights. "It has…

After more than three years reporting all things sports in West Tennessee, the WBBJ team is saying 'goodbye' to Alex Northcut. Alex will be taking on a new opportunity in Sioux City, Iowa later this month, and he has a…

HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Three holiday-themed concerts are coming to Williams Auditorium in Henderson this December. On Friday, December 3, A Motown Christmas will feature a high-energy show with Motown classics mixed with holiday favorites. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. At 7…

MARTIN, Tenn. -- The 37th Annual Santa's Village holiday celebration is coming to Martin beginning December 9. Santa's Village features a forest of lights, a model train display, a petting zoo…

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Crumbl Cookies is opening in Jackson on Friday, December 3. According to a news release, the gourmet cookie company is the fastest-growing in the nation. "We are excited to bring…

LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- The Lexington Electric System is considering a plan that would provide high-speed internet access and telephone service to all of its customers. According to a news release, it's in response to a $500 million rural broadband grant…

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Arts Council is one of 66 local arts agencies across the nation selected to get help with pandemic recovery. As part of the American Rescue Plan, the council will be awarded a $150,000 grant. "Thanks…

UNION CITY, Tenn. -- A winter wonderland awaits visitors of the Discovery Park of America this holiday season. "Let it Glow" is a drive through/walk through light show spread across the…